Biorepository Lab Technician - RI Proc & Recv Grider

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide-Children in Columbus, OH is seeking a Laboratory Specimen Technician to collect, process, and store biological specimens, supporting research and clinical testing.

You will label and track specimens, perform quality control, maintain equipment, and coordinate with staff to ensure timely handling. A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of laboratory experience are required; strong organizational and communication skills are essential. On-site role with occasional Saturday rotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science or equivalent certification and experience required.
• Coursework in anatomy, physiology, statistics, and relevant research methods preferred.
• Two years of laboratory research experience or equivalent, required.

Responsibilities

• Collects, processes, and stores biological specimens according to SOPs.
• Maintains accurate records of specimen collection, processing, and storage.
• Labels and tracks specimens throughout collection and storage.
• Performs quality control checks on specimens.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and orders supplies as needed.
• Communicates with lab staff and researchers to coordinate processing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Overview:Schedule:Monday-Friday 9:30am-6:00pm, with some Saturday rotations at 8:00am-4:30pmJob Description Summary:Collects, processes, and stores biological specimens for laboratory testing and research purposes. Does not perform hypothesis-based research or analysis on the biospecimens – serves as a supporting role to facilitate research.Job Description:Essential Functions:Collects, processes, and stores biological specimens according to established protocols and standard operating procedures.Maintains accurate records of specimen collection, processing, and storage.Ensures that specimens are properly labeled and tracked throughout the collection and storage process.Performs quality control checks on specimens to ensure that they meet established standards.Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies, and orders new supplies as needed.Communicates with other laboratory staff and researchers to ensure that specimens are collected and processed in a timely and efficient manner.Education Requirement:Bachelor's of Science or equivalent certification and experience, required.Coursework in anatomy, physiology, statistics, and relevant research methods, preferred.Licensure Requirement:(not specified)Certifications:(not specified)Skills:Organizational skills, attention to detail, and computer experience.Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to change manner of communication styles to adapt to various cultural and work-style differences.Ability to maintain and foster interpersonal relationships with internal and external customers.Ability to work efficiently independently and collaboratively.Ability to adjust to change, handle interruptions, and function with changing circumstances.Experience:Two years of laboratory research experience or equivalent, required.Physical Requirements:OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbsFREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Standing, WalkingCONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneelAdditional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:(not specified)\"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet\"